Kai vs Elian

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kai

Boy #76 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"sea"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Scandinavian Japanese American Chinese

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#76
Total SSA Count
4,276
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kai Rank #76
Elian Rank #237

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 vs #237 for Elian.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kai or Elian more popular?

Kai is more popular, ranked #76 compared to Elian at #237 in the United States.

What do Kai and Elian mean?

Kai means "sea" (Hawaiian origin). Elian means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Kai and Elian boy or girl names?

Kai is primarily a boy name. Elian is primarily a boy name.

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